The Fish Was Never a Fish: How to Read Zhuangzi Without Sinking Him
Daoism isn't passive, and 'non-action' isn't doing nothing. A reading of Zhuangzi's giant fish — and the craving that quietly blinds us.
12 minute read
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Confucius and the Book of Changes: From Fortune-Telling Fiasco to Thinking Toolkit
How a modern skeptic, turned off by fortune-telling scams, found new respect for the I Ching thanks to one remark from Confucius
8 minute read
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Zaiyu and the Gap Between Words and Actions
Confucius's most brilliant speaker taught him a lesson he never forgot: eloquence without execution is like rotten wood — beautiful grain, hollow core. What neuroscience now confirms, Confucius knew 2,500 years ago.
13 minute read
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Daily Confucius
A collection of posts exploring Confucian philosophy and its practical applications in contemporary daily life, relationships, and personal growth.
1 minute read
Seeing Through Lao Tzu's Eyes: The Dual Nature of Reality
Dual Perspective Viewing Reality: Presumption-free and functionally, and how this ancient wisdom applies to modern life.
4 minute read
True Harmony: Embracing Differences While Maintaining Respect
Exploring Confucius's wisdom on how genuine connection comes from respecting differences, not demanding uniformity, with practical examples for modern relationships
7 minute read
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30 Things No One Tells You When You Reach the Age of 40
Essential wisdom and life lessons that become apparent when you hit your 40s, covering health, relationships, personal growth, and perspective on life.
3 minute read